Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 15, 2026
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text documents saved to your device's browser directory when you load web domains. They allow websites to remember user actions, system settings, and performance choices over time, avoiding repetitive inputs during future visits.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to maintain safe connections, evaluate structural performance metrics when allowed, and enhance user experience. Some cookies are direct system essentials, whilst others are used to adapt communication options.
3. Your Configuration Options & Consent Management
We respect your preferences. Under standard privacy frameworks, we run an opt-in model. Non-essential tracking elements (such as marketing cookies) are blocked until you select 'Accept All' or configure your settings via our Cookie Consent Banner.
You can adjust these settings at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" button located in our website's footer. This will reopen the tracking options, allowing you to easily submit updates or withdraw consent.
4. Cookie Categories Table
The table below summarizes the cookie types processed by Apex Contract under Google Consent Mode v2:
| Category | Primary Objective | Consent Mode Signal Name | Standard Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Preserves security and basic interface loading. | security_storage, functionality_storage | Granted (Required) |
| Analytics | Monitors general user flows and site interaction. | analytics_storage | Denied (Requires Action) |
| Advertising | Adapts external campaign reaches and signals. | ad_storage, ad_user_data | Denied (Requires Action) |
| Personalisation | Saves user interface choices and color preferences. | personalization_storage | Denied (Requires Action) |
5. Active Cookies Implemented on This Site
| Cookie Name | Type | Provider | Operational Goal | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| consentMode | Persistent LocalStorage | Apex Contract | Saves your accepted consent options | 365 Days |
| _ga | First-Party Analytics | Google Analytics | Collects user telemetry data | 2 Years |
| _ga_* | First-Party Analytics | Google Analytics | Maintains visitor session details | 2 Years |
| NID / SID | Third-Party Functional | Google Maps / YouTube | Monitors maps display choices | 6 Months |
6. Controlling Settings via Your Browser
In addition to our persistent banner controls, you can adjust cookie handling settings directly through your browser's options menu (e.g., Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Safari). Disabling necessary cookies may, however, impact website functionality.
7. Third-Party Integration Disclosures
Because we implement external tools (like embedded Google Maps directory containers), these platforms may set tracking files to optimize interaction delivery. We encourage you to review Google's official privacy policies regarding their operational procedures.
8. Policy Revisions
We periodically update this policy to align with technological advances and legislative adjustments. The date of the most recent revision is always visible at the top of this document.
9. Reach Out
For questions or comments regarding our cookie handling, please contact our team at [email protected].